The mujahideen, a coalition of various Afghan resistance groups, responded to the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan (1979-1989) with armed resistance and guerrilla warfare tactics. They utilized their knowledge of the rugged terrain, launched ambushes, and received support in the form of weapons and training from international allies, particularly the United States and Pakistan. Their efforts were marked by a strong ideological commitment to jihad, aiming to expel the Soviet forces and establish an Islamic state in Afghanistan. Ultimately, their resistance contributed significantly to the withdrawal of Soviet troops in 1989.
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